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Corrigan, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Carthage, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Took as much time as needed to answer questions. Very good attention to detail. Even though a few more rods were needed than originally quoted, they stuck to their original quote price. No surprises. I would highly recommend this company."
Shingle roof air terminal
Residential 1
Residential Spanish tile
Horse stable
Residential 2

+23

Response time2 days
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
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Serving Carthage, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sent engineering drawings for review prior to starting work worked over the weekend to beat the insulation schedule on a new build."
Jobs from the last 3 year
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Lightning protection
Lightning protection
Lightning protection

+10

Response time1 day
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Climate Guard LLC
4.8(
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Serving Carthage, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thanks to Kendrick and power and protection services I’m here in Memphis and I love my cameras I feel so safe"
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Response rate94%
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JDarius Bobbitt
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, MS and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

I’m an electrical professional with five years of hands-on experience in the electrical trade. I specializes in electrical installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and code compliance. I’ve committed to continuously growing my skills and delivering reliable electrical work. ⚡

Home electrical upgrades
Home electrical upgrades
Home electrical upgrades
Home electrical upgrades
Home electrical upgrades

+6

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RDB Electric
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Nail Electric
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, MS and surrounding areas

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Hey everyone my names Parker Nail. I’m excited to launch my LLC. I’ve been doing Electrical work for 4 years now. I’m always looking for side work and would be happy to handle any type of electrical service needed. My goal is to provide quality and safe work that you can rely on. I’m available after I get off work during the week and on weekends.

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The National Electrical Codebook indicates that there should be at least 6 inches of wiring in the breaker box for connecting purposes. When in doubt, err on the side more, because you can always cut some wire off but you can never add it back on, and if you don’t have enough you may struggle to finish wiring your breaker box properly.

Upgrading a two-prong outlet to a three-prong outlet typically costs between $20 and $50 per outlet if the electrical box is already grounded. However, the cost can increase significantly if the system is not grounded, as this may require grounding the box or upgrading your electrical panel. Electricians generally charge between $50 and $100 per hour for labor, and the total cost for a more complex installation could range from $130 to $300.

If you have a garage heater that is 1,500 watts or more, it will need its own breaker. As a good rule of thumb, no appliance should exceed 1,500 watts per outlet for best outcomes. Consult a local garage heating service to determine the power needs for your outdoor or indoor space.

The Occupational Safety and Home Administration (OSHA) requires an electrical panel to have a minimum of three feet (36 inches) of room from the front of the panel to the closest obstacle. In this case, the word obstacle refers to nearly everything, including walls, machines, and other fixed objects. Additionally, panels require at least 6½ feet of headroom in the area directly in front of the fixture. These requirements help ensure safe use of the panel and allow electricians plenty of room to work.

Aluminum wiring can pose a significant fire risk because it tends to expand, contract, and overheat, leading to failing connections and splices. If your home has aluminum wiring, it doesn't always require a complete replacement, but you must take safety precautions. The first step is to hire a licensed electrician to conduct a thorough inspection. Based on their findings, you have several options:

  • Full Replacement: The safest but most expensive solution is to replace all aluminum wiring with copper.

  • Copper Pigtailing: A more budget-friendly option, suitable for certain homes, involves adding a short section of copper wire to the end of each aluminum wire at connection points.

  • Other Safety Upgrades: Your electrician may also recommend installing aluminum-compatible outlets and applying an anti-oxidant paste to connections to prevent corrosion.

Consulting a professional will help you determine the best course of action to ensure your home's wiring meets current safety standards.

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